Vegetarian Classic Thai Salad

Bursting with vibrant colors and bold flavors, this Vegetarian Classic Thai Salad is a refreshing and wholesome twist on a traditional Thai favorite. Packed with crisp Romaine lettuce, crunchy red cabbage, sweet carrots, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a medley of fresh, aromatic herbs like cilantro and green onions, this salad delivers a delightful mix of textures in every bite. A zesty homemade lime dressing, infused with soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and a hint of fresh red chili, ties it all together with an irresistible balance of tangy, savory, and spicy notes. Topped with roasted peanuts for added crunch, this salad is a quick and easy recipe that’s ready in just 15 minutes and perfect for healthy lunches, light dinners, or as a flavorful side dish. Ideal for vegetarians and packed with nutrients, this Thai salad is as nutritious as it is satisfying.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Red cabbage
• 1 large Carrot
• 1 Cucumber
• 1 Red bell pepper
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
• 2 stalks Green onion
• 0.5 cup Roasted peanuts
• 1 Lime
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger
• 1 Garlic clove
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 small Fresh red chili

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry all fresh produce thoroughly.

Step 2

Thinly slice the Romaine lettuce and red cabbage. Set them aside in a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Peel and julienne the carrot into thin matchsticks.

Step 4

Thinly slice the cucumber and red bell pepper, and halve the cherry tomatoes. Add all vegetables to the salad bowl.

Step 5

Chop the fresh cilantro and slice the green onions, then add them to the bowl along with the roasted peanuts.

Step 6

For the dressing, juice the lime into a small mixing bowl.

Step 7

Add the soy sauce, brown sugar, grated fresh ginger, and minced garlic to the lime juice.

Step 8

Finely slice the red chili, adding it to the dressing for extra spice, and whisk in the sesame oil until well combined.

Step 9

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients, tossing everything gently until evenly coated.

Step 10

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving for optimal freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(892.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	803.5

Total Fat 53.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1272.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 66.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.4g	0%
Total Sugars 30.7g
Protein 30.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 254.0mg	0%
Iron 5.9mg	0%
Potassium 2249.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.6%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 30.3%